Rivas Department Facts for Kids

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Rivas

Departamento de Rivas

Department

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Country

Nicaragua

Capital

Rivas

Area

• Department

2,162 km² (835 sq mi)

Population

(2021 estimate)

• Department

183,611

• Density

84.926/km² (219.96/sq mi)

• Urban

91,899

ISO 3166-2

NI-RI

The Rivas Department is a region in the country of Nicaragua. It covers an area of about 2,162 square kilometers (835 square miles). In 2021, it was estimated that about 183,611 people lived there. The main city and capital of the department is also called Rivas.

Exploring the Rivas Department
- Popular Places to Visit
  - San Juan del Sur: A Beach Town
  - Ometepe Island: A Volcanic Wonder
- Local Communities
Cities and Towns in Rivas
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Exploring the Rivas Department

The Rivas Department is famous for its rich soil and beautiful beaches. Many farms here grow crops like sugar cane, plantains, and tobacco. The department has a unique location. To the east, it borders Lake Nicaragua, which is a very large lake. To the west, it touches the Pacific Ocean. The southern part of Rivas Department shares a border with Costa Rica.

Popular Places to Visit

Rivas Department is a great place for tourists. It has many exciting spots to explore.

San Juan del Sur: A Beach Town

One popular place is a small fishing village called San Juan del Sur. It has become a favorite spot for visitors. People love its amazing beaches. You can enjoy the sun, sand, and ocean waves here.

Ometepe Island: A Volcanic Wonder

Another major attraction is Ometepe. This is a large island formed by two volcanoes. It is located in Lake Nicaragua. About 32,000 people lived on Ometepe Island in 2005. It's a unique place to see nature and learn about the local culture.

Local Communities

Some Nawat Nicarao tribal people still live in small towns around the Rivas Department. They keep their traditions alive.

Cities and Towns in Rivas

The Rivas Department is divided into several smaller areas called municipalities. Each municipality has its own main town or city. Here are the municipalities in Rivas: